Brendan Loughrey (Law-Hurry), a native Irishman, has witnessed first-hand the hardships and struggles of life along the Irish-border divide. However, a strong family tradition of music, song and storytelling has gifted Brendan with a solid conviction and foundation that has since evolved into his passionate, honest songwriting, and those unforgettable Live performances.
Brendan's Dad, (also Brendan) bought him his first guitar at the age of 15, a replica Chuck Berry electric guitar, with the prophetical words "You'll reach more people with this guitar son, than you'll ever reach with a rifle".
Quickly becoming a little local celebrity, Brendan was recognized for his uniquely powerful and heartfelt renditions of the Irish songs (especially the ballads) that he'd grown up listening to. Soon finding himself "on the road", in the 40 years since, he has made thousands of appearances all over the world.
His hard-earned reputation of remaining uncompromisingly true to his music followed him to Music City, USA, when, in January of 1999, Brendan was offered the position as House Musician at the (then) largest Irish Pub in North America, The Seanachie Irish Pub (Shawn-a-key) in Nashville, Tennessee. This very prestigious position was to be the turning point.
Now into his 41st year of Live performances, Brendan has had the privilege of sharing the stage with many magnificent talents, notably being asked to open for acts such as his childhood hero and "The Father Of Rock 'n' Roll", Chuck Berry. Also, Bruce Springsteen, John Mellencamp, Lorrie Morgan, Sting & more. He was the Dialect Coach for Brian Friels' play, Freedom Of The City, and has performed the Star Spangled Banner from Wrigley Field (Chicago) several times. In the Summer of '25, Brendan's entire catalog of 50 tracks was released. Now available, everywhere.
"A passionate musician, Brendan Loughrey is a hard-working, exceptional talent"...
Argyle Bell.
